Most guests will see your living room as the face of your home. This makes all the more sense why it needs refreshing makeovers so it doesn’t look boring.
However, during most of the revamps, the area of the room that experiences no change is the walls.
Shift your attention to the vast blank canvas that was thus far ignored and perk it up to bring in life and character.
Give the living room an upgrade with these stunning wall decor options:
- Brickwall Design
- Install Mirrors
- Make A Gallery Wall
- Exhibit Greenery
- Black And White Geometric Patterns
- Stud With Ornamental Plates
- Add Shelves
- Consider an Impressive Clock Craft
- String Lights Backdrop
- Silhouette Wall Painting
- Stonewall Cladding
- Wood Wall Art
- Mural Painting
- Thread Work Adornments
- Canvas or Metal Wall Art
Life is all about change and inspiration – infusing variety through color, art, design, and form.
Depending on your room type, upholstery, decor elements, lighting features, and, most of all, your preference, there are many options to adorn your walls to your liking.
Exquisite art prints, beautiful wall hangings, trendy wallpaper designs, clever painting ideas, and more creative options are available to decorate your living room walls.
Without further ado, let us get started on some serious inspiration for your walls that not only cast a fresh, lively vibe on your walls but also don’t cost you a fortune.
1. Brick Wall Design:
The brick wall design credits itself as a timeless choice. Old vintage buildings of the earlier centuries have far surpassed the ages and stands displaying their magnificent glory, thanks to the red brick wall design.
If you already have a brick wall and want to update it, paint muted colors over the bricks and play around with different color shades in the grout for a sassy makeover. Or do a single paint coat for a modern look. Also, you can stain it, whitewash it, do a German Schmear, etc. – whatever suits your taste.
For those of us who don’t have a brick wall at home and yearn for this classic beauty, take heart! This coveted wall option could be yours in a jiffy.
Opt for a brick wall wallpaper, paint a brick wall on a plain wall, or apply 3D peel and stick wall tiles. And bingo! You have a beautiful brick wall in your living room.
2. Install Mirrors:
Adorning the wall using mirrors is a fun and easy way to make your living room wall pop, making it look roomier and brighter.
The decision to add beauty to your wall by placing a single large mirror or many mirrors is yours.
Depending on the room type, availability of mirrors, and your budget to buy new ones, you can choose one that best works for you.
If you are a mirror enthusiast, go for a mirror gallery wall or place two or three mirrors in your picture gallery wall.
Fashion your walls with mirrors of all sizes and shapes with frames of different sorts – ornamental, plain, geometric, threadwork – whatever you are fond of and is a good fit for your room.
If you have a window on one of the adjacent walls, take advantage of it by placing a mirror to reflect the natural light to make your room brighter, bringing in more natural light.
With the mirror in place in your living room, enjoy the stunning look of the mirror as well as the convenience of a quick touch-up when on the go.
3. Make A Gallery:
This is another classic way to smarten your living room wall so it always stays in style.
The best thing about the gallery wall is it can easily be a personalized photo album displayed on your wall.
Pick a recent family event like a wedding, a pregnancy, the birth of a newborn, a few candid moments, holiday shots, and favorite pictures and moments from your life, and they can all go on your gallery wall.
There are many different styles to choose from, and if you are serious about giving this a shot, then click on 15 Creative Ways You Can Decorate Your Home With Family Photos for more creative ways to display your pictures.
Alternatively, this is a fantastic option to display your favorite artwork on your wall. So, get creative and inject personality into the living room wall by exhibiting a gallery wall.
4. Exhibit Greenery:
If you are an outdoor person or a nature lover who loves to bring in a piece of greenery indoors, then this one is for you.
Interior living walls are a great way to add contour, depth, and visual interest to your living room.
With ample sunlight flooding your living space, a living wall perfectly fits your home space.
Can’t afford to have a whole wall dedicated to flowing greenery? Not a problem. With the limited natural light in your room, you can sit or hang a few succulent, sculptural, trailing, or flowing plants that thrive well with partial light on a wall.
Flaunt your walls with living beauty by hanging them on hanging planters or supporting wooden frames, placing them in rustic planter baskets, bunching the plants on shelves, and many other suitable styles.
Are natural plants not your cup of tea? Then, choose faux plants that match your living room’s aura. That way, you don’t have to worry about watering or caring for the plants but revive the look of your indoors with greenery.
Click on 10 Clever Ideas To Attain Greenery With Faux Plants for more information on indoor plant decoration.
5. Black And White Geometric Patterns:
Want to try something out of the box for your walls? Go for the black and white geometric pattern on your living room walls for a bold and dramatic effect.
There are many ways to do this eye-catching piece of art. Opt for a wallpaper design to avoid embarking on a painting adventure.
Or use matte tiles to feature patterns like diamonds, hexagons, stripes, rectangles, etc.
If you have a different kind of design in mind and want to try it out on the wall,
- Create the miniature pattern on paper or draw it on the computer using a painting app. It will give you a clear idea of what the design will look like on your wall.
- Paint the wall with the background color of your choice (white or black).
- Once you are okay with the design, mark it on the wall using a pencil.
- Apply masking tape on the pencil markings to create the design.
- Utilize a brush for the delicate corners and a roller painter to fill the vast insides with the desired color.
- Remove the masking tape once the paint is dry to reveal the beautiful, crisp borders.
6. Stud It With Ornamental Plates:
Bring out the charger plates that are long forgotten in your cutlery collection.
Dust and hang them on the walls to add color and depth to your living room wall.
If you don’t have decorative plates but would like to give this a try, convert white plates into ornamental ones by hand painting and showcasing them.
Another cheap alternative would be to use brightly colored newspaper bowls or baskets. Roll, paint, and weave newspapers into bowls to create a unique display of newspaper bowls.
Or assemble bowls of different shapes, colors, and sizes to construct an extraordinary piece of art on your wall.
7. Add Shelves:
Shelving solutions are a great way to incorporate function and style into your living room wall.
Select open shelving for a stunning and raw look. Or closed shelves for a neat, finished look. A closed shelf with a glass door would be a classic option.
Organize books, pictures, and art pieces creatively and in style. Make your shelves a part of the decor scheme of your living room so they flow harmoniously along with the other elements in the room.
For more storage ideas, check out this article: Where Can I Store Things When I Have No Storage In Home?
8. Consider an Impressive Clock Craft
Hanging a clock is a super easy way to make your wall from plain to spectacular.
Clocks visually fascinate our minds and can make your wall the statement piece of the room effortlessly.
Try out one of the remarkable collections, like a vintage clock or a quilling paper clock, instead of the standard clock for an unparalleled look.
Pick out a design that completes the overall aesthetic of your living room. Not only will it add a bit of zing to the space, but it will also help keep track of time!
9. String Lights Backdrop:
Is your living room looking downcast and shady?
Pep up the wall with string lights and make it look invigorating and jazzy.
Choose a single wall to deck up (or get greedy and adorn all four) to add a whimsical charm and comforting ambiance to your space.
This breathtaking backdrop is a piece of cake to install and won’t break the bank.
So, get the DIY string light supplies out and transform your living room from dull to delightful with cascading twinkling specks of lights!
For more light decor ideas, check out this article: Sparkling Decor Ideas To Illuminate Your Space & Mood With Lights
10. Silhouette Wall Painting:
Add a touch of art to your wall with silhouette wall painting when your living room is colorfully decorated with exquisite curtains, textured carpet designs, lamps, and furniture.
Silhouette wall painting focuses on only two elements: a single color (usually black) and a bold picture. Other details like colors, expressions, and intricacies are cut out, making it a dramatic piece of art.
For maximum impact, choose a large size and draw it in the center of the wall.
Pro at painting? Give silhouette art a try.
For the rest of us, premade stencils are here to help.
For custom-made silhouette stencils, use a silhouette app to create a stencil and transfer it to your wall.
11. Stonewall Cladding:
Stonewall cladding is perfect for a classic makeover – similar to a brick wall.
This rustic charmer can transform your wall into an organic and weathered-looking one.
Stonewall tiles are relatively more straightforward as they are custom-built to fit into your walls and corners.
Cutting stones to fit into the wall is an uphill task requiring a stone mason team to accomplish a flawless finish.
The only downside to choosing stone wall cladding is the expense that comes with the purchase of raw materials and skilled masonry work.
It is not a DIY project. If not done correctly, it can break your wall’s beauty rather than make it.
However, once your walls are perfectly clad with the stonewall, they will last long and require little to no maintenance.
12. Wood Wall Art:
Wood wall art is an excellent way to include textural beauty in your living room.
Eco-friendly reclaimed wood projects, 3D wood wall panels, designer wood wall hangings, DIY woodwork, carved woodwork, geometric wood wall art, and paintings on wooden planks are a few suggestions. Use them raw or painted to suit the aesthetics of your interiors.
Make your wall stand out with wood wall art for a unique earthy appeal that complements your living room decor.
Interested in wall paneling ideas? Check out All about wall panels that you should not miss before you refurbish
13. Mural Painting:
Choose mural painting for a striking show of vibrant splashes of color, peaceful nature scenes, or a masterful art and cultural exhibit. Nothing compares to a handpainted mural adorning your wall.
Nevertheless, mural painting your wall is a daring decision. If you are an artsy person, it is every bit enjoyable. Plus, you can cut corners by putting your talent to good use.
- First and foremost, paint the background.
- Use an art projector or grid method to enlarge the picture on the wall.
- Outline the borders of the sketch with a pencil.
- Once the large draft is in place, work and fill it with the minor details.
The mural paintwork can last longer if quality materials are used.
If you are not a big fan of painting, then choose a wallpaper to do the job, which is relatively cheaper.
14. Thread Work Adornments:
Inspire your surroundings by restoring your long-forgotten intricate embroidery work, threadwork, tatted and crocheted doilies, macrame wall hangings, or tapestry back to glory.
Show off these undeniably beautiful works of art by displaying them on your walls.
With this artwork already at hand or ready to be collected from the store, installation alone is the only thing you need to do.
Draping the wall is an effortless process which can be done in no time.
Give your living space a personality and make it stand out with the different colors, textures, and materials!
15. Canvas or Metal Wall Art:
Consider canvas or metal wall art to brighten your living room wall with contemporary artwork.
Not only is it a beautiful addition, but it can also convey an interesting message or evoke emotion.
Whether you prefer abstract design, nature-inspired artwork, bold modern pieces, or colorful floral motifs, one of these will fit your home decor and budget.
Also, consider spicing up your space with modern sculptures and inventive 3D designs that are alluring and can help complete the look.
A creative, thoughtfully crafted metal wall art can be an excellent background and add a unique decorative touch.
How Do You Show Multiple Paintings On A Wall?
Though showcasing multiple paintings on a wall can be an exciting, creative way to add life and character to any room, here are a few things to remember.
- The rule of thumb is to maintain about 3-6 inches between each piece of art.
- Arrange the frames of smaller pictures together while giving more space for larger ones.
- Use a measuring tape or a ruler to help position the pictures.
- Keep visual weightage in mind while planning out your display.
- Don’t shy away from trying differently shaped, sized, and colored frames. The only thing to remember is to steer clear of the encompassing outer border.
- Follow the 57-inch rule to display the focal picture at your eye level.
- Horizontally lining up, grouping into a cluster, stacking one above another, staggering, etc., are different ways of displaying multiple pictures. Choose one that works best for you and creates the right balance.
- Appropriate lighting is essential.
- Let the background color accentuate the pictures rather than be uneasy on the eyes.
For more ideas on picture display, click on 15 Creative Ways You Can Decorate Your Home With Family Photos
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